VCHOS Pupuseria Moderna visits Stonewood Center in Downey on May 1, 2021. The popular food truck has over 100,000 followers on Instagram.

Miriam Sosa, Manager, prepares "masa" for Pupusas at La Praviana on May 9. The restaurant sells about 3,000 pupusas per week.

A street vendor rides in front of popular Salvadoran restaurant, La Praviana. The South Gate restaurant, 8223 Long Beach Blvd, is known for 12 different pupusa recipes.

Wendy Centeno poses outside of the VCHOS truck in Downey on May 1. Centeno, 35, is the founder and owner of the social media favorite that will open its first brick-and-mortar location in July.

In 2010, the city of Los Angeles officially established the El Salvador Community Corridor on Vermont Avenue. The corridor is home to a myriad of Salvadoran restaurants, businesses and vendors. April 25,...

On April 25, 2021, shoppers and vendors at the El Salvador Community Corridor continue to practice social distancing and wear face masks. Vendors sell a wide range of food and goods, including various...

An evangelical musician plays guitar at the El Salvador Community Corridor while hundreds of Central Americans shop, eat and enjoy their Sunday morning on April 25, 2021. The corridor is home to a multitude...

On April 25, a street vendor at the El Salvador Community Corridor fries one of Central America's most popular delicacies, yucca frita con chicharron. The fried cavassa root is similar to potato fries...

On April 25, Beverly Boulevard was bustling with vendors and visitors. Weekend mornings are usually the busiest time of day for the many Central American businesses and vendors in the area.

The COVID-19 pandemic affected many Central American businesses like Panaderia El Salvador. The establishment had to reduce hours in 2020, but have recently returned to operating 7 days a week. April 25,...

Vendors like Maria Robles line the streets of Los Angeles and sell Central American specialties like the Garnacha. It is a a tortilla topped and served with shredded beef, sauce, cheese, cabbage and jalapenos....

Pastries and baked goods are very popular in Cenral America. Boudin (left) and miljojas (right) are two of the most commonly consumed deserts and some of Panaderia El Salvador's specialties. April 25,...

Panaderia El Salvador, 4015 Beverly Blvd, is well-known for its Central American Tamales. In El Salvador, tamales are wrapped in large banana or plantain leaves. April 25, 2021

Some of Guatemala's specialties are pan frances con pakaya (left), rellenitos (center) and longanizas with cacamiento y crema (right). Horachata, rice milk, is also a popular beverage in Central America...

Guatelmalteca Bakery and Restaurant, 4161 Beverly Blvd, is one of many Central American businesses in the Koreatown area of LA. Vendors also line the street with colorful umbrellas as they sell Central...

Hannah Baker, 30, was one of hundreds of Jews that marched alongside Palestinian supporters on May 15. Baker expressed strong opposition to the ongoing Nakba.

Many parents protesting at the rally on May 15 brough their children along in solidarity with the Palestinians. In the last week, over 200 people have died as a result of the increasingly violent attacks...

The protest on May 15 rallied for 73 years of resistance of Nakba. Palestinians refer "Al Nakba", or "The Catastrophe, to the mass exodus of at least 750,000 Arabs from Palestine.

People of all ages and races marched on May 15 at a rally for Palestinians. The protest began at the Wilshire Federal Building and continued West on Wilshire Boulevard as they held and waved Palestinian...

Protestors at the LA Palestinian Rally on May 15 passionately chanted as they marched along Wilshire Blvd. Thousands changed "Free, free Palestine" in unison while waving Palestinian flags.

On May 15, protestors rallied and demanded peace and justice for Palestinians. Many believe Palestine should be freed and recognized as a State.

Hundreds of Jews marched in solidarity with Palestinians on May 15. Many Jews voiced their opposition to the violence against Palestinians citing similarities to the South African Apartheid.

Charlotte Williams, 54, protested in support of Palestinians on May 15 explaining that Palestine supported South Africa during an Apartheid rule. Williams expressed anger with President Joe Biden's refusal...

The protest/rally organizers welcomed families as many children joined their parents to protest in support of Palestinians. Of the more than 200 people that have died in recent violence in Israel-Gaza,...

After Rabbi Daniel Bouskila's congregation was moved across the street from protestors, no further confrontations occurred. Safety marshals wearing neon vests at the protest helped deescalate conflict....

After increased tension between Palestinian supporters and Rabbi Daniel Bouskila's presence, police officer intervened to diffuse the situation. LAPD Senior Lead Office Jim Lavenson said the strong police...

Gita El Harrak voiced her outrage at Rabbi Daniel Bouskila's presence during the protest on May 15. Bouskila is the Rabbi at The Westwood Village Synagogue.

The protest in Los Angeles was organized by American Muslims for Palestine, Palestinian Youth Movement, PAWA, Al-awda Palestine Right To Return Coalition, Free Domecratic Palestine Movement and Yalla Indivisible....

The Los Angeles Sheriff Department, California Highway Patrol and Los Angeles Police Department were in full force on May 15 but the protest remained peaceful. LAPD Senior Lead Officer Jim Lavenson said...

Heavy police presence loomed at a Palestinian Rally/Protest on May 15. Thousands of protestors showed up at the Wilshire Federal Building to protest the most recent violent attacks against Palestinians...

Mercado Hidalgo, or Hidalgo Market, is another busy center where shoppers can find fresh fruits and vegetables, Mexican cuisine, and candy. Mexico is known for its "dulces" that many in the United States...

Las Ahumaderas is a popular taco spot where locals and tourists have come to love the "Tijuana style" tacos with a dollop of guacamole. The beloved spot is open every day until 4 in the morning. April...

Miguel Robles, a deportee, gets ready to close up his souvenir stand for the evening on April 10th, 2021. Robles sets up shop in front of Undocumented Cafe & Arts, a coffee shop that once served free coffee...

The Tijuana Cultural Center located in the Zona Río district is currently closed due to COVID-19. The center hopes to re-open safely soon. April 10, 2021

A young woman playing with her dog is kicked out of the beach by the Policía Municipal de Tijuana (Municipal Police of Tijuana) on April 10, 2021. The police's presence is constant and deter anyone from...

Vendors and entertainers try to attract the attention of motorists driving by on Mexican Federal Highway 1 as they enter Tijuana. Some locals sell colorful kites to tourists as they head towards the famous...

Many visitors visit the beaches of Tijuana to wonder at the border that separates the US from Mexico. For many, the park is as close to the United States as they will ever be. April 10, 2021

An acrobatic dancer entertains the crowds at Parque Teniente Guerrero on April 10, 2021. The charming community park is located in front of San Francisco De Asis Temple and offers a playground, food and...

Live mariachis are a staple in Mexico and Tijuana is no exception. The musicians play for tourists and locals for a nominal fee. April 10, 2021

Locals, tourists, and mariachis all walk along Plaza Santa Cecilia on April 10, 2021. It is decorated with colorful "papel picado", or perforated paper, and gives this shopping plaza a classic Mexican...

One of the many Tijuana letter and motto signs is located downtown on Av. Revolución. Many live mariachi bands frequent the center and offer live music to tourists and locals. April 10, 2021

A view of the city is not hard to find from the various hills where many live in Tijuana. The growing number of skyscrapers in the city give the skyline a unique view. April 10, 2021.

Social distancing and masks are required at all shops in Tijuana like Mercado El Popo (El Popo Market). Shoppers can find sweets, fresh cheese, dried chiles, herbs and other Mexican essentials. April 11,...

The busy street of Calle Benito Juarez 2da and Av. Revolución on April 10, 2021. The downtown area is home to many restaurants, shops, and hotels.

Immigration at the southern border is at its highest in 15 years. The federal government needs to make substantial changes in border policies that ends the need for concentration camps.

Asian hate crimes have risen in some areas of California according to data from February 28, 2021. California reported almost 45% of the nation's hate crimes.

BLM supporter sings an uplifting song as demonstrators dance to the beat during a protest on March 8, 2021. They wave their middle fingers at the LA Police Protective League building across the street.

BLM supporter sings "Rise Up" by Andra Day (left) during BLM protest on March 8, 2021. Tabitha Jones Jolivet (BLM organizer) and Melina Abdula (BLM LA co-founder) comfort the family of Daniel Hernandez...

Despite the heavy rain, BLM supporters attended the protest to end police associations on March 8, 2021. Organizers provided umbrellas to protestors.

As most of California remains under COVID-19 restriction, with cases continuing to rise seven weeks after the latest stay-at-home order, bars, wineries, and restaurant dining remain open for takeout only....